Festival
A model of Central Asian architecture
and treasure place of wisdom and truth, Bukhara still holds tremendous
rewards for travelers. From the ancient times Bukhara was the main point
of the Great Silk Road – the Road which considered to be richest
with it’s historical-cultural heritage, distinctive crafts, national
ceremonies and traditions.
Unfortunately, much of the traditional art and crafts was discontinued
or lost during the soviet time. Since becoming an independent republic
in 1991, many artists and craftsmen began to reviving their works, as
well as redeveloping a respectable entrepreneurial trade. The members
of the Association of Private Tourist Companies and Small Business of
Bukhara decided to help Central Asian artisans and craftsman promote and
expand their craft therefore it was organized Annual Festival “Silk&Spices”
in 2000. Latter for the festival was further developed and coordinated
in conjunction with Salom Travel, United States Peace Corps Volunteers,
the Bukhara Hakim’s office, Bukhara Art Developing Center
Located in the historic atmosphere of Bukhara’s “old city”,
among the mosques, trading domes and minarets, the Annual Silk & Spices
Festival offers travelers the opportunity to discover the best of what
Central Asia has to offer. No just limited to silk and spices, or Bukhara
crafts, the Festival will include participants from numerous regions in
Uzbekistan as well as from neighboring countries. Some of the kinds of
artisans that will be included in this festival are:
- silk weavers
- potters
- gold embroiderers
- carpet weavers,
- metal chasers,
- miniatures painting.
Each days the Festivals begin with the unique exhibition of artisans demonstrating their skill in the center of the “old city’. Additionally, musicians, puppets and tightrope walkers will entertain guest throughout the day. Not to be out-done by the daytime festivities, each evening the Festival will include special cultural and theatrical performances, keeping the traditional atmosphere alive.
As the Festival come to a close, souvenirs, carpets, hand-made silk fabrics, crafts and most importantly, unforgettable impression will fill the suitcases and minds of travelers.
We hope this festival will continue to grow throughout the years, bringing much deserved attention to the rich traditions, culture and crafts of Central Asia. We look forward to seeing you at this historic event!
Please direct your questions, comments, or accommodation concerns to Salom Travel
The 6th Annual
Festival “Silk & Spices”
Program
Day 1 |
Location |
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| 16: 30 | Parade-procession of amateur art activities groups, participants of the Festival, students, schoolchildren. | From minaret Kalyan up to square Lyabi Khauz |
| 17: 30 | Official Opening of the Festival. • City Mayor’s Speech. • The Ceremony of Awarding of UNESCO Prize. |
Square Lyabi Khauz |
| 18: 30 | Ethnographical Fashion Show‘s Evening. | Madrasah Nodir Devon Begi |
Day 2 |
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| 9: 00 | Beginning of the Fair. |
Square Lyabi Khauz |
| Opening of Shavkat Boltayev ‘s Photo Exhibition. | The Art gallery | |
| Competition of the best Suzany. | Square Lyabi Khauz | |
| Demonstration of the process of making of craft things. | ||
| 15: 00 | Continuation of the Work of the Fair. Performance of Folklore Bands of Bukhara. |
Square Lyabi Khauz |
| 17:30 | Puppet show | Puppet theatre |
Day 3 |
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| 9:00 | Continuation of the Work of the Fair. Performance of Folklore Bands of Bukhara. Weaver’s competition |
Square Lyabi Khauz |
| 12: 30 | Pilaf Competition. | Square Lyabi Khauz |
| 14:00 | Continuation of the Work of the Fair. Performance of Folklore Bands of Bukhara. Wine Testing. Demonstration of the process of making of craft things. |
Square Lyabi Khauz |
Day 4 |
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9: 00 |
Continuation of the Fair. Summation of the Competition of the best Suzany. |
Square Lyabi Khauz |
| 12:30 | End of the Work of the Fair |